Blue Bar-Let Model 2 Typewriter, Working Antique 1930s Portable Case

Own an extraordinarily rare piece of 1930s British industrial history with this Antique Blue Steel Bar-Let Model 2 Portable Typewriter. Manufactured in Nottingham, England by the Bar-Lock (1925) Company (John Jardine Ltd), this iconic machine features a stunning metallic blue steel finish, bold gold leaf lettering, four-row QWERTY keyboard layout, and its original protective carrying case.

A museum-grade centerpiece for authors, historians, poets, or serious collectors of rare vintage European mechanical antiques!

Key Features & Highlights

Brand & Model: Bar-Let Model 2 (Bar-Lock 1925 Company / John Jardine Ltd)
Era: 1930s Pre-War Antique
Color: Rare Metallic Blue Steel with gold leaf typography and emblem details
Origin: Made in Nottingham, England
Keyboard: Standard 4-row QWERTY layout with full shift and margin release mechanisms
Condition: Working antique condition; responsive key strike action, clear mechanical linkages, and fluid carriage return.
Includes: Original protective carrying case for secure storage and travel.

Why You’ll Love It

Rare Factory Blue Steel Finish: While standard Bar-Let Model 2 machines were finished in black, factory blue steel models are exceptionally scarce and highly sought after by collectors.

Nottingham Craftsmanship: Features authentic British heritage details, including the famous Bar-Lock Nottingham manufacturing marks and gold foil frame badges.

Classic Dark Academia Aesthetic: The deep blue steel frame, polished chrome levers, and open key architecture create an unforgettable visual display piece for any desk or library shelf.

Condition Details

This typewriter is in working antique condition for a machine nearly a century old. It displays authentic, age-appropriate cosmetic wear, including light patina on metal components, minor paint chips along the frame edges, and historic surface wear that attests to its 1930s heritage. The carrying case shows expected vintage wear consistent with pre-war luggage.